March 16, 2024 5: 35 pm ET
Tom Aspinall continues to project for a battle vs. Jon Jones and Saturday he chose to make his pitch straight to the UFC heavyweight champion’s face.
Both heavyweight stars were on the docket for sponsorship looks at Arnold’s Sports Festival UK in Birmingham, England, so Aspinall (14-3 MMA, 7-1 UFC) made it his objective to lookfor out Jones (27-1 MMA, 21-1 UFC) for a fast chat and picture chance.
A video launched hours lateron by Aspinall reveals his interaction with Jones, who appeared a bit stunned by the unexpected development of a fellow heavyweight.
The discussion was quick with Jones eliminating the hand of Aspinall